BLUF
The nuclear-armed nation completed the final ground test of a powerful solid-fuel ICBM engine, advancing its long-range strike capabilities. This development signals growing threats to U.S. and allied security ahead of key political milestones.Learning Outcomes:
• Assess the strategic implications of North Korea’s solid-fuel ICBM development for regional and global security.
• Understand the operational advantages of solid-fuel missile systems, including mobility, concealment, and rapid launch readiness.
• Evaluate allied intelligence and deterrence strategies for countering evolving missile threats.
